Clinical Application
Designed for controlled needle handling and suturing during deep pelvic and gynecologic procedures, this Wertheim-style needle holder facilitates needle placement and knot-tying in confined operative fields. Common uses include radical hysterectomy, pelvic lymphadenectomy, uterine artery ligation, and other procedures that require reliable needle control at depth where longer reach and a narrow shaft improve accessibility.
Design & Configuration
The 24 cm length provides extended reach into the deep pelvis while preserving surgeon dexterity. Ring handles with a ratchet locking mechanism enable secure, sustained clamping of the needle without continuous manual pressure, and the box-lock construction gives durable hinge stability for repeated use. Short, stout jaws concentrate grasping force at the needle shaft, improving tactile feedback and reducing slippage when driving needles through dense tissue.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Needle holder (needle driver)
- Pattern / model: Wertheim
- Length: 24 cm
- Configuration: Ring-handled with ratchet locking; box-lock hinge
- Tip / jaw pattern: Short, robust jaws with transverse serrations for secure needle grasp
- Typical surgical use: Deep pelvic and gynecologic suturing in confined spaces
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability under repeated reprocessing. The ring-handle and ratchet architecture are engineered for reliable mechanical engagement and long service life. Intended for standard hospital sterilization processes and multiple-use clinical cycles.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy